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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1922
Page
4
Utility commission figures show deficits in Bridgeport trolley operations with totals around 1.68 million dollars. The Connecticut Company records compiled by the utility commission indicate losses across multiple line items, reflecting a strained transit budget and ongoing financial challenges.
Bridgeport division of Connecticut Co reports 1911 to 1922 test shows revenue of 1,800,408.71 with costs 1,680,120.26 and taxes 40,209.04, yielding a net operating loss without depreciation while jitneys continue. Utilities Commission notes eight per cent return target and possible absorption of jitneys to restore profitability.
An old advertisement promotes Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root as the cure for kidney, bladder, and ureter trouble. It urges readers to send ten cents for a sample and lists symptoms and benefits, presenting testimonials and a review of the medicine's supposed effectiveness for multiple ailments.
George Soltsam of Sylvan avenue files with the city clerk through Attorney W F D Et puterick to seek reimbursement for a stone wall taken from his property during city Public Works Department repairs last summer. He alleges wall damage and unpaid compensation. The claim was referred to the common council claims committee.
Ansonia report notes head of Ansonia High School in critical condition after appendectomy at St Tynan Hospital last Wednesday. Also updates on funeral for Thomas Conovrs and special meeting called by Mayor Mead about funds for Pine Trade school opening, with $25,000 needed. Michael McGullyt of Woodbury Avenue has left for Florida for winter months. he is a salesman.
A Norwalk man alleges injuries after being struck by an automobile owned by Frank C. Vien of Norwalk on November 21, 1921. The plaintiff, represented by Marshal Baxter of Norwalk, seeks $1500 in damages claiming the hit occurred in a negligent manner.
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